Braces
Crowded Teeth
Tooth Decay

Eligibility for Braces with Crowded Teeth and Tooth Decay

See whether braces could work for crowded teeth with tooth decay. Get a quick result. You can add an online clinician review for a tailored recommendation.

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Quick eligibility check

Answer a few quick questions to get a result. We’ll ask your age for triage only — no personal data is stored.

Which age group are you?

Under 16

Are you currently in significant pain from your teeth or jaw?

Do your gums bleed when brushing or flossing?

Do any teeth feel loose?

Do you think you have untreated tooth decay or broken teeth?

Have you had braces or aligners before?

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Timeline
~16 months
Complexity
58/100
Cost
Complex · £5,000+
Estimates provided as a guide only.

Often, braces for crowded teeth with tooth decay can be a good fit.

This is often achievable, with the choice driven by bite detail and movement goals.

Estimated timeline: about 16 months Likely best-fit options: Braces, Clear Aligners, Retainers

If you want a more accurate confirmation, a clinician review checks your bite and fine-tunes the plan.

Clinical Checks That Influence Suitability

These are the checks that commonly support starting braces for crowded teeth with tooth decay:

Decay risk review (treat active decay before tooth movement)

An optional online clinician review can connect these checks to a personalised plan.

Options That Currently Fit Best

Recommended Treatment Order:

Braces

Clear Aligners

Retainers

Key reasons from the quick check:

Braces: suitability 94/100 — is commonly chosen when predictable control is the priority.

Clear aligners: suitability 52/100 — tends to work well when the movement fits aligners and wear is consistent.

Retainers: suitability 47/100 — is commonly used for stability and maintenance.

An optional online clinician review can confirm that the top option fits your bite.

Cost Guide

This combination typically falls into cost band 4/4 for the quick check.

Complex case range. Often £5,000+ where staged planning is required.

Bands are a guide based on planning effort and case complexity.

Final pricing is confirmed after the plan is set.

Typical Timeline

A common estimate for braces for crowded teeth with tooth decay is about 16 months.

Exact duration depends on bite goals and the movement needed.

If you want a tailored estimate, an optional online clinician review can refine the timeline.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Not sure where to start? Use these quick links to explore orthodontic treatments, typical costs, and helpful guides that explain what different options involve. Whether you're researching braces or clear aligners, comparing pricing, or just getting a feel for what comes next, you can browse at your own pace and come back when you're ready to request a quote.

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